Falcons Soar Over Blue Devils in Commanding 3-1 Victory

Folsom Lake College delivered an impressive performance against Merced College on October 29, showcasing skillful play and unwavering determination to secure a 3-1 victory at home. Key performances by standout players led the Falcons to control the pace and secure the win.

The Falcons opened the scoring in the first half, with midfielder Erik Villalobos breaking the deadlock in the 37th minute with a precise unassisted goal, giving Folsom Lake a 1-0 lead before halftime. The Falcons built on their momentum in the second half, and forward Thualfikar Alsakati took center stage, netting two additional unassisted goals. His first came in the 57th minute, doubling the lead, and his second, a powerful shot in the 79th minute, placed Folsom Lake firmly in control with a 3-0 lead.

While Merced's Angel Sanchez responded with a goal in the 82nd minute to put the Blue Devils on the board, it was too little, too late. Folsom Lake's defense, led by goalkeeper Fernando Garcia, held strong throughout the game. Garcia made four key saves, denying Merced any chance of closing the gap and securing the win for the Falcons.

With a balanced attack and solid defense, the Falcons showed off their potential as they improve to 8-5-3 on the season. As they prepare for their next match, Folsom Lake's strong showing against Merced highlights their capability to be a force in the league.